Dr. Robert Goodin, MD
Dr. Robert Goodin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Goodin has performed 126 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#8 in Kentucky) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 152 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Goodin performs well above average in knee (126 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Goodin's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Louisville is home to 39 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Louisville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Goodin also maintains hospital privileges in KY and IN, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Medicare records for Dr. Goodin extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 118 to 152 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Goodin's 126 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Goodin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Louisville, KY 40207
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Goodin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 29% from 118 procedures in 2013 to 152 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Goodin
How does Dr. Goodin's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Goodin has performed 152 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Goodin ranks #12 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Goodin perform?
Dr. Goodin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (126 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Goodin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Goodin ranks #8 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 126 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Goodin in Louisville?
Yes. There are 39 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Goodin represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Goodin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 152 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Goodin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Goodin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 118 procedures in 2013 to 152 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Goodin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Goodin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (126 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Goodin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Goodin is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Physicians' Medical Center Llc, Baptist Health Floyd, Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Salem. Dr. Goodin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Goodin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Louisville?
Among the 39 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville, Dr. Goodin ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Louisville has 272 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Goodin practices?
Baptist Health Louisville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Physicians' Medical Center Llc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baptist Health Floyd (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Louisville, Kentucky
Dr. Goodin's 152 Medicare procedures are below the Louisville average of 202. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 272 | Hip |
| Dr. Richard Sweet | 261 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Reid Brown | 248 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Greene | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Madhusudhan Yakkanti | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arthur Malkani | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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